In a special edition of WWE Top 10, the spotlight was cast on the 20-year anniversary of Randy Orton’s first RKO, showcasing the 20 greatest RKOs of all time. The video, released on June 4, 2023, took fans on a thrilling journey through some of Orton’s most memorable moments in the ring.
The video kicked off with a stunning RKO on Mustafa Ali, who was in mid-air when Orton struck with his signature move. This was followed by a series of impressive RKOs, including one on Dolph Ziggler that saw Orton counter Ziggler’s Famouser with an RKO, leading to a victory for The Viper.
One of the standout moments was an RKO on Sami Zayn from the second rope, a move that Prichard described as a “thing of beauty.” Another memorable RKO was delivered on Neville during a ladder match, with Orton striking just as Neville was about to climb the ladder.
The video also highlighted an RKO on Carlito, which came out of nowhere and led to a victory for Orton. Other notable moments included an RKO on Wade Barrett through a table, an RKO on Drew McIntyre in mid-air, and an RKO on Rey Mysterio that left the audience in awe.
The video concluded with two of the most iconic RKOs in WWE history. The first was an RKO on The Undertaker, with Orton countering The Undertaker’s chokeslam with his signature move. The second was an RKO on Seth Rollins at WrestleMania 31, where Orton countered Rollins’ Curb Stomp with an RKO, leading to a victory for The Viper.
This special edition of WWE Top 10 served as a fitting tribute to Randy Orton’s 20-year legacy in WWE, highlighting the power, precision, and impact of the RKO.
